1967 Audi Variant vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 962 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Daimler DK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Daimler DK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | Variant | DK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
